JOURNAL ARTICLE

Detention fails to help young lawbreakers avoid further offenses, report shows.

  • Published In: Psychology & Psychiatry Journal, 2024. P. 1460 1 of 2

  • Database: Psychology Source 2 of 2

Abstract

The article focuses on the effectiveness of rehabilitative programs over legal punishment for youth involved in moderate crimes, highlighting research that indicates therapy and life-skills training significantly reduce reoffending rates. A report published in *Psychological Science in the Public Interest* emphasizes that formal court sanctions do not lead to better life outcomes for these youths and suggests that policymakers should prioritize diversion programs and minimize formal processing for lower-level offenses. The authors also address racial disparities in the juvenile justice system and advocate for developmentally appropriate responses to youth behavior, including the establishment of young adult courts for individuals aged 18-25. The report underscores the importance of integrating psychological science into juvenile justice policies to improve outcomes for young offenders. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Psychology & Psychiatry Journal. 2024/02, p1460
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Law
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1944-2718
  • Accession Number:175205084
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